I had a sliding genioplasty reversed than 2 months later these marionette lines appeared. Lower facelift did not fix them. Would buccal fat removal or lipo?
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Answer: Dermal filler and/or CO2 laser resurfacing
Young patients in their late 20s who have fullness in the lower anterior face could benefit from buccal fat removal to achieve a more sculpted look.
Buccal fat pads are pockets of fat in the lower anterior face that cause the face to look round, heavy, or chubby. These buccal fat pads are...
The area surrounded by the red lines in the picture includes not only the malar fat pads but also almost the entire midface and lower face. Malar fat pads are specific regions of the midface that contribute to facial volume and a youthful appearance. They are typically located close to the lower...
In young patients with normal weight, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, a chubby smile making them appear 10 pounds heavier is often due to enlarged buccal fat pads. These fat pads, located in the anterior lower cheek, give the face a chubbier look, especially when smiling. Diet and exercise...
